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What Exactly Is Brake Fluid?

Brake fluid is a hydraulic fluid crucial to hydraulic brake and clutch function. When you put your foot on the brake pedal, you are pushing hydraulic brake fluid through the lines. If there is air in the brake system, the brakes won't function properly.

There Are Three Main Types Of Brake Fluid

Brake fluid types vary on viscosity:

• DOT3 - DOT3 is the average and cheapest brake fluid with the lowest viscosity.
• DOT4 and DOT5 - DOT4 and DOT5 are both higher viscosity brake fluids designed for high-performance automobiles.

If you can't remember the last time you rotated your tires, you should read on ahead. Rotating your tires is extremely important if you want a safe vehicle and want your tires to last as long as possible. A new set of four tires can be several hundred to even over a thousand dollars, so you should want to get the most life out of them as possible. At CUTTER MITSUBISHI-AIEA, we can help you do that.

When you don't rotate your tires, they wear unevenly, which makes them less safe to drive on. Your tires are the…

Many vehicle parts need replacement from time to time, and knowing that your brakes are working correctly should be at the top of your priority list. If you go too long without doing brake maintenance, you'll begin to notice problems, and you might end up paying more in the long run. CUTTER MITSUBISHI-AIEA wants to help you get the most important maintenance done, so here are some things that you should know about your brakes.

When you don't get your brake pads and rotors replaced, you'll begin to hear a squeaking sound. If this goes on too…

Discovering that you have a dead battery doesn't have to mean that you are unable to drive anywhere as long as you have a way to get it charged. You don't want to charge your battery too quickly or it could result in the cells leaking fluid. Make sure the cables that are used are in the best condition and aren't frayed.

The brake system is one of the most important safety aspects of any vehicle. Making sure that your brakes are working as intended is part of any regular maintenance check. These are the major signs that you could need a brake pedal replacement.

There are a lot of things you can do to put yourself in a better position when it comes to driving your vehicle under rainy or wet conditions. You should avoid puddles and standing water, you should drive more slowly than you otherwise would, and you should ensure that your tires are probably rotated and maintained.

If you ever wondered if you would know how to use your spare tire if you ever had to, you're not alone. A lot of people have a spare tire, but they don't even know which kind they have. At Cutter Mitsubishi-Aiea, we would never want you to be stranded after a tire blowout without the knowledge to fix it properly. That's why we would like to help you acclimate yourself to some of the different types of spare tires that you might have.

Slippery roads, terrible traffic, dangerous conditions. These are all signs of a rainy day on the roads. It is something that we will all experience at some point in time. How we react to those conditions is what separates those who know what to do from those who do not. It can be a critical life and death kind of thing, so it is best to pay attention to some safety tips.

At Cutter Mitsubishi-Aiea, we regularly encounter drivers who think alignment service is not necessary. Our experience tells us otherwise. Periodic alignment service at our Aiea, HI location will help your vehicle roll straighter and smoother, and it will give your tires more life.

Have you noticed that your car tires are turning brown? You may be having issues with blooming, which is when the rubber of your sidewall starts to collect brake dust and mold. It’s important to use the right tire cleaning solution to avoid further issues with cracking and rot. Most tire cleaners are specially formulated to handle tires that are treated with antiozonant, which prevents tires from drying out.